Advocacy training for LINK Members
24 June, 14.00-15.30
Part 1: Intro to advocacy, 14.00-14.25 (beginners/refreshers)
Presenter: Juliet Caldwell (LINK)
Part 2: Q&A with panel of experts on government and parliament (all experience levels)
- Gavin Corbett (Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Ramblers Scotland, and former Special Adviser)
- David Fleetwood (Director of Policy, John Muir Trust, and former Head of the First Minister’s Policy Unit)
- Ruth Taylor (Agriculture and Land Use Policy Manager, WWF Scotland, and former Scottish Government Policy Advisor and parliamentary researcher)
Chair: Claudia Beamish, LINK Honorary Fellow and former Member of the Scottish Parliament
Whether you’re new to advocacy or looking to refresh your skills, this session offers a practical introduction to engaging effectively with the Scottish Parliament and Government. We’ll cover the basics of parliamentary processes, how committees operate, and how to build relationships with key MSPs, Ministers, and Cabinet Secretaries – particularly in the context of the forthcoming election.
Following the presentation, take part in an interactive Q&A with LINK members working in policy and public affairs, all of whom have previous experience within the Scottish Government and Parliament. They’ll share practical insights and advice to help make your advocacy more effective.
To RSVP, please email information@scotlink.org.